Berea news

Originally published by the The Lane Report Written by Katherine Tandy Brown Berea overflows with unique crafts — and opportunities to make your own It’s hard to believe, but the holiday season is upon us again. Already. It’s gifting time, and what better offering...

Originally published by Southern Living Magazine Written by Valerie Fraser Luesse Founded in 1854 by an abolitionist minister, Berea, Kentucky, was born with a rebellious streak, and it stuck. Berea College began as a coed and interracial institution at a time when...

Originally published by WBON Written by Marisa Hempel If you were watching Guy’s Grocery Games last night, you may have seen a familiar face from here in Madison County. Josh Gardner is a local chef and owner of an art-plastered food truck for his company, The Epic...

Originally written and published by Little Miss Bike Tour Why artsy craftsy Berea is where to rest and explore in central Kentucky I’ve been traveling on bicycle through Kentucky for about a week now. I know what to expect on these rural highways. There are more...

Originally published by the Richmond Register Written by Andy McDonald The Pinnacles in the Berea College Forest were recently recognized as the best hike in Kentucky according to Outside magazine. The publication’s April issue listed the best hikes in each state, and...

​Originally published by Preserve Cast In Berea, Kentucky, the local government has taken stock of the town’s historic artistry and crafting traditions, decided to invest, and the craziest part? It seems to be working. Mayor Steven Connelly joined Nick to share some...